- When and how did you get started in your business?
- What did you do before starting your company?
- What are some of your best selling items?
- Anything else you'd like our readers to know?
- What's in your handbag right now?
- iphone, blackberry or android?
- If you could travel to any location right now, where would it be?
- Favorite thing to do?
- Guilty pleasure?
With spring right around the corner, now is the perfect time to start building up your spring wardrobe. This week’s giveaway is one you definitely don’t want to miss. We absolutely LOVE the vibrant designs by Chen Burkett, so we’ve teamed up with her to give one lucky reader a chance to win of these gorgeous african print skirts from Chen Burkett NY. Read our interview below and then check out the giveaway rules at the end of the post!
When and how did you get started in your business?
I started my business November 2013.
I left my corporate job when my youngest son was diagnosed with autism over two years ago. It was a very difficult time for our family and I wanted to be there for him everyday.
What did you do before starting your company?
I worked for in corporate sales and a full time student studying to become a lawyer. I come from a family of attorneys and this was a dream as a child.
What are some of your best selling items?
Anything else you’d like our readers to know?
I adore children especially mine. I have two amazing boys Gabriel & Andrew, a little Belle on the way and an amazing husband. I love children so much I secretly want six.
I love the Lord. I am extremely shy, an introvert even. I’m working on this!
I tell everyone I’m 29 unintentionally, it just sort of rolls off my tongue. *Laughing, I am well over 30 and can only hope to age as gracefully as my beautiful mother.
What’s in your handbag right now?
iphone, blackberry or android?
If you could travel to any location right now, where would it be?
Favorite thing to do?
Guilty pleasure?
Thanks so much for the interview! Now here are the rules below:
- Follow @chenburkettny and @munaluchibride on Instagram
- Repost the image above with the hashtag #mbchengiveaway
- Tell which skirt you love most
- For an extra entry, leave a comment with your IG handle in this post.
Giveaway ends Friday at midnight EST. Winner will be announced on Sunday. Best of luck!! Giveaway is open to US residents.
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UPDATE
We have a winner!! Congrats to Gineen Cudjoe. She’s the winner of the maxi skirt by Chen Burkett. Thanks sooo much to everyone who participated and stay tuned for our next TGIM giveaway next week.
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Interested in participating in a TGIM (Thank God It’s Monday) giveaway? Email us at [email protected].
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@realangiedavis
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@s.peter0629 It’s so hard to pick w favorite between the two because they are both SOOO gorgeous! I absolutely love both, But if I had to pick one it would be the midi skirt.
IG: @thebookofnicola
I love the Mel Maxi the most because of the rich jewel tones!
@Kanika.Husniyah. So beautiful and elegant.
The maxi skirt is beautiful and vibrant!!
@ketiadavis
I love them both, but prefer the maxi length more. My instagram name is @kaydenskorner
These skirts are beautiful
@curlsn_all These skirts are
beautiful
@bobeaubreaux OMG I’ve been wanting a skirt like the one on the left for the longest!
IG name is @KittenMimieux – both of these are gorgeous, but the maxi caught my eye first.
I love both Skirts and have always wanted one of these. I would honestly take whichever I get, but love the one on the left more. On IG @sherrysofocused
These skirts are so beautiful. Truly talented.
– Rhonda (IG : ayudarme_rhonda)
I love both of these skirts but since I’m always driving the shorter one world for me the best. @the_prissy_cnn
I love the longer skirt with the purple in it. @cynnamonj
I love the maxi skirt! It’s so bold and vibrant!
I actually love both skirts, the bold prints are absolutely gorgeous!!! But if I had to choose it would be the knee length green and orange skirt. @ariekris
I LOVE the knee-length skirt!!!
I LOVE the knee-length skirt!!! Classy and chic!!
@ritadelarosa
I absolutely love these skirts. The knee-length on the right is a day to night MUST HAVE! IG Handle: just1nelli
I love the shorter skirt the most!!!!!!!!!!
@i_am_ladymel
@_nurseratchet1022
Love the knee length
So hard to choose!! I love them both, but I’m really feeling the maxi length one…
@reddladye
I have a date with that maxi skirt. Love the colors and perfect for my courthouse wedding!! @kdjaxon
I love them both! BUt my eyes are drawn to the sassy, short one.
@dessertsdesigned
I am in love with both but that cute one on the right is calling my name!
@dessertsdesigned
@lindseylynz
I love them both!
ss_abby_cadabby
I love both, but would like the short skirt. You rock!!! @slbostic1
Love these beautiful skirts. Thank you for sharing. The red and black branch skirt has my engagement session all over it. Find out more about me @IG: itsakeyfact please
I absolutely love your bridal line! It is absolutely beautiful!
I forgot to put my IG @whosju_
@blessdassurance
I love the long skirt IG: @kandied_pixie
I admire her courage to quit her corporate job.
Both of the skirts are beautiful. But since purple is my favorite color the long skirt would be the one I’d love to have.
IG- @simplyminah
I love the green one simply because I love the hemline. I would pair this with a crisp blue and white thin striped shirt for some contrast and a pop of funkiness. Oh and throw on some killer heels and we out! *snaps fingers*
Love all the vibrant colors! Short, long, both so flattering! @lisadarcel
Loved getting to know a bit more about the person behind the fabulous designs; thank you for the interview! @photoizehi
@itsme_mell
in love with both of these skirts. They’re both made for any occasion, but I’d go with the long skirt. It is definitely my favorite.
Such an inspiration. All of her designs are amazing. The Mel Maxi is my utmost fave. The colors are so rich and eye-popping!
The Yetunde Coat is another one of my favorite designs as well.
IG: jessica_ashlei
I love all her items! @babe20042004
IG: 28tyson
I love the vibrant colors and patterns.
i love the longer skirt! Very flattering
kpierrepa IG handle
IG: dymondlilys I will love to win the long maxi.
IG: thundercat718 love the long skirt
I absolutely love the vivid color patterns of both of these high quality skirts. These skirts are timeless. Because I am forced to choose one skirt I would choose the short belle skirt simply because it has my favorite color turquoise in the design. I see endless outfit opportunities with this skirt! It’s definitely a skirt I’d wear for many years to come because it is so timeless.
I love your pieces especially the long maxi skirt. I’m inspired by your story and your bravery to leave corporate America to follow your dreams. If we all were so brave we would have a world full of entrepreneurs. God bless your journey.
Chen,
Your talent and art is a beautiful gift from above. Your work is amazing and I am in love with the vibrant colors. My fav is the maxi skirt!
IG: @sweet_n_low627
IG: @berrygirl94
I fell in LOVE with these skirts on Pinterest. Every pin led me to the wrong place. I love the maxi skirt. Beautiful
I LOVE BOTH THE SKIRTS. BUT IF I HAD TO CHOOSE IT WOULD BE THE LONG ONE!
Love the one on the left!!! @ariele.cj
Need this skirt in my life!!! @daretwodreambig
The shorter skirt is beyond beautiful. A definite must have.
I just ordered the maxi shown, but meh! I’m loving the shorter one, too! @lemsky on IG
(@delealakija) ummm… YES for these skirts. Both are brilliant but my vote is for the high-waisted maxi skirt. Loving its vibrance and adore the pockets. beautiful pieces @chenburkettny! Ready to model it when you are :)
The things I would do for a regal maxi skirt-my favorite. My IG: fashionby_anita
Loved this interview! Love how you’re family oriented and unashamed about your love for The Lord! It’s very refreshing to see someone share the convictions with the world through interviews, their work, their passion, etc. There should be more influential people like you! Thank you!
Jasmine – @hellojasmine_
Left the corporate world to be with her son. Very admirable! Good will continue to bless her! Beautiful clothes! !
#IntrovertsRule
@meredith_mobley
I’m partial to the maxi, but both are beautiful! (IG: RevolutionaryofGrace)
Love them both, but love the shorter one better. It’s spring time! @katinabelongs2god
Beautiful dresses. Love the midi dress!
@dvine718
I adore both of these skirts! I made a preference for the maxi earlier on IG, but either is one perfect. IG: @simplyshinga
I adore both of these skirts!!! IG: simplyshinga
@evolvecouture
I am in love with the long printed skirt that has the blue, pink & white in it. You are an amazing designer.
I would like to purchase either way.
Thank you.
I like them both, both. @thee_contrhoversial
IG: dbrown_smiles
They’re gorgeous!! I would love the one on the left!
@a_cruz30
I love them both but I must go with the right one….. Spring is upon us east Coast eventually hopefully :-P
IG: @ Lucysfire
They’re both lovely!! I want the long one!!
This wedding planner wants to wear the floor length skirt all day every day!
@mrsbrolfe
These skirts are beautiful!
IG: @cameshia
These skirts are absolutely beautiful!
@mothershipme
This post is nice! I secretly wanted 5 children before I had my son. Now some days I think one is enough. But I wouldn’t mind having a house full of boys!
IG:shanetrad
@coconaomitv
I love the skirt on the right because it gives off an African Grace Kelly vibe.
LOL at what’s in her purse! I too, carry the wipes, Lysol, hand sanitizer, gummy bears and transformer toys and lipstick…she makes me feel great, least I’m not alone, I have 2 boys too!!! I love the long Ankara print skirt would love to rock it in Spring with a nice crop top & gladiator sandals!!!
Comment before is mine IG @mialuvseshe
Love love love love love… I’d gladly take the one on the right, while they’re both perfect I’d prefer that one.
Omg I am so in ♡♡♡♡ the multi colored longskirt is everytging. IG workingbrides
I love them both!!! Kudos to you for following your dream I hope to do the same very soon! @nikia.esq
That maxi is EVERYTHING!!! Simply stunning.
I’ve been wanting pieces from her shop for a long time!! I love that maxi skirt on the left! I G: @naturalschmatural
@saassy221
love both of them!!
I love the short Ankara skirt! IG: arenee9
@michelle_am
I have entered and my instagram breelovesfashion8 is
MsPretty_cookie
I absolutely love both of these skirts. They’re gorgeous..
This purple and blue skirt is everything!! (I’m not on IG.)
I absolutely love both of these skirts, especially the long one!!! : ) @kchanel30 #handled
@firstlady616. I love the midi skirt.
@firstlady616. I love the midi skirt.
@firstlady616
@el_kee
Stunning! I’ve seen nothing like this before. Beautiful work.
IG: @el_kee
IG: @readnrainbow
I can see myself wearing the longer skirt on the beautiful island of Santorini on my honeymoon in three months. I truly hope I win the giveaway!! *crossing fingers & toes*
vt1913
Both skirts are gorgeous
Mrs Burkett so brave of you to take the risk of leaving work to care to care for even greater risk of the health of your family. And through all of that you created your clothing-amazing. You given us women new dreams to think about and new seeds of a different possibilities through your creations. And You given women -at least me- ideas of how to dress cause I could not imagine this! I love the skirt on right for the chance to play with those colors. @melissaternier
I think this is awesome and an inspiration. I was just speaking with my partner about starting my own practice leaving the corporate world I’m in now and finishing my masters in clinical psychology your style is impeccable and I love the maxi skirts. It is my favorite style dress and skirts…much continued success
@ladybugmom4812
Chen Burkett NY your designs are undoubtably stunning and inspired. A great reflection of the African Story. Excited about the chance to own one of your designs through this giveaway. The purple long, elegant skirt so has my name on it. #hinthint.
Thanks for the showcase @munaluchibridal. @anniestargazer.
It is so refreshing to see a business women so connected to her children! Absolutely in love with all the beautiful prints. So versatile….work, play, weekend. So glad I came across your life’s passion. -cocogally
IG: @minibella57
Loved the designs! They’re so colorful and bright, perfect for spring and summer!
Love all her skirts! IG – @xinedabean.
I love how well she has captured and embrace the african material and made such gorgeous pieces out of it. The colors and designs are bold, colorful and vibrant. I love both pieces but my favorite is the Mel Maxi, long and flowing. IG: mrs_twoshoes
Valencia10261 , would love to wear the long pink, blue, and orange dress for my engagement photos on May 17, 2015.
I love love love the maxi skirt and it’s just in time for my birthday in which I’ll be 21 for the 8th time lolol! Chen’s work is one of a kind! Congrats and good luck!
@gineenjoe. Love the Mel maxi skirt!
@lifelovehair
IG handle: @Bunmi624
I’m proud to say I’m one of Chen Burkett’s early customers. She is amazing; her clothes get me compliments everywhere I go. I love that her business is getting all this attention; she deserves it all! Thanks Munaluchi Bride, for featuring this awesome business and its amazing founder/owner/creator/magician! Lol
And congrats on little Belle, Chen!
I absolutely love these bold printed African skirts! If I had a choice, I would go with the green midi for versatility. Find me @theogchaunce!
I love them both both would really love to have The knee length ome! My IG name is Guedie! Thank you!
I love both skirts equally but if I had to choose, I’d go with the first one.
My IG name is… @soulgoddess
I love the skirts, especially the short one! @bestsweetnurse
@plusduchess
Being a tall woman, I am more partial to the long maxi skirt. Plus, that print is gorgeous…it is my favorite! (I would rock either, though!
Love, love these skirts! I would def rock those! IG: @rebirthoftruth
It’s an awesome
thing to
Step out on faith and follow your dreams. Admirable. Bless you!!! @drty_inthemakin_2015
I’ve been looking for the perfect skirt for my engagement photos. Both prints are so rich and bold, I can’t choose one. I would love the opportunity to showcase them and accentuate my beauty
IG name:@miimiiz
I love your designs! It’s awesome to see such ethnic designs portrayed as high fashion! @ms_tricee
Love both but especially the short orange and gray
@pams_grams | loving the skirt on the left! ❤️|
@sincerelycrys
Both are too cute!
@EdhensBodyCare
Both skirts are beautiful but I love the longer one.
loooooovve this type of skirt!!!! Wore a similar one to the #feyonces xmas party. Also looking for potential bridal shower looks in May!! The pink would really match a pair of heels i already have!
-seauxcocoa
I Loveeeee both skirts! But my favorite one is the Maxi! I would totally rock it!
@sofreakinfab
IG: hunni.child
I absolutely long the longer skirt, but they’re both gorgeous!!!!
Sevenohhfour
@wordyb6 I love these!! They make such a foward statement
I love the one on the left!!!! Please pick me!!!!
IG: @InspireLoveGrow
It’s amazing when women realize their true callings. Finding my niche outside of the status quo is what I dream of. Congratulations! I’m in love with the maxi skirt. It’s beautiful @cherieteamer
gaahhh!! I adore all things Ankara!!! These skirts are beautimous!!! oh and I am @missellemoxie on IG. have a splendid day
@ritadelarosa
The knee-length skirt is perfect for the spring and summer! I’d love to add it to my collection paired with a vibrant wedge!
I love the bright colors of th green and orange on the short skirt.@sograteful08
I love both of here skirts!! Very practical with the pockets and modest not to mention very very very beautiful!!! I hope I win. I’d love to wear them this summer
IG lareina.morena_
IG @shedanoel the skirts are absolutely gorgeous. I would enjoy taking a twirl in the yellow & green one.
I love the long one with the pink and blue. You are truly blessed to create such beautiful design s
I love then both but if I must chose one then the maxi!
IG: southern_affairs